Peel Mining

Exploration & Mining Glossary

Mining and Exploration glossary for words relevant to Peel Mining projects

Zinc (Zn) - Is a transitional metal, which is primarily occurs within the mineral; sphalerite. It is customarily found in conjunction with other base metals like Lead (Galena) and Copper (Chalcopyrite) in the form of massive sulphide lenses (laminated or massive), stringer veins and disseminated as fine to coarse blebs.
Zones - The section of a property or area with distinct mineralization.